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Carefully consider: Indian embassy in Iran issues fresh advisory; urges nationals to use available exit options

Amid escalating regional tensions and recent military actions involving Israel, Iran, and the United States, the Indian Embassy in Iran has advised Indian nationals against non-essential travel to the country. The embassy urges those already in Iran to remain vigilant, monitor developments, and consider returning via available commercial options, echoing similar warnings from the US regarding travel safety.

16 Jul 2025 1:15 am
Kolkata B-school rape probe hits wall as 'survivor', her advocate father won't speak

A psychologist's rape allegation against a student at a Kolkata management institute faces hurdles as the complainant and her family refuse to cooperate with the investigation. Despite forensic evidence collection and police efforts to gather information, the family's silence and a lack of engagement with authorities are impeding the probe.

14 Jul 2025 6:17 am
AI171 preliminary probe: 2018 report flagged fuel switch concern, but said it wasn't 'unsafe'

A preliminary report on the Air India flight 171 crash in Ahmedabad highlights a potential fuel control switch malfunction. The report references a serviceability bulletin regarding the Boeing-787's fuel control switch, indicating a possible issue with the locking feature. Despite the FAA's advisory, Air India did not conduct the suggested inspections.

13 Jul 2025 5:21 am
Air India plane crash: Pilots question preliminary probe report's intent, cite ambiguities

Pilots express concerns and skepticism regarding the AAIB report on the AI-171 incident, questioning the timing of engine shutdowns and the failure of the emergency locator transmitter. They highlight ambiguities in the report, the lack of transparency in the investigation, and the exclusion of experienced pilots from the investigation team.

13 Jul 2025 4:21 am
AAIB releases preliminary Air India crash report: 'Raises more questions than it answers,' say experts; call for fuel switch probe

A preliminary report on the Air India AI171 crash that killed 260 people reveals both engines failed shortly after takeoff due to a fuel cutoff. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau's report highlights a puzzling exchange between pilots and raises questions about technical malfunction or human error.

12 Jul 2025 6:18 pm
Tamil Nadu custodial death: CBI to probe Ajith Kumar case; postmortem showed 44 injuries, internal bleeding

The CBI has launched an investigation into the custodial death of Ajith Kumar, a temple guard from Tamil Nadu. This action follows the Tamil Nadu government's decision to transfer the case to the agency. A postmortem report revealed multiple external and internal injuries, suggesting torture.

12 Jul 2025 2:13 pm
'Don't jump to any conclusion': Civil aviation minister reacts to AI 171 crash probe report; calls it 'preliminary'

The ministry of civil aviation has clarified that the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau's (AAIB) report on the Air India Flight 171 crash is preliminary. The investigation into the deadly crash of the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, which occurred shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad and claimed the lives of 240 people, is still ongoing.

12 Jul 2025 1:16 pm
'Advisory, not mandatory': Did FAA flag fuel control switch issue on Boeing jets in 2018? What AI 171 probe report says

A preliminary report on the Air India crash in Ahmedabad reveals a 2018 US report flagged a potential fuel control switch issue in Boeing aircraft. The FAA bulletin warned of possible disengagement of the switch locking feature, potentially causing unintended engine shutdowns. Inspections weren't mandatory, and the crash investigation continues, focusing on engine failure without pilot input.

12 Jul 2025 11:44 am
Engine 1 and Engine 2 cut off within 1 second: What caused Air India plane crash? 10 key findings from probe report

A preliminary report on the Air India 171 crash in Ahmedabad, which killed 260, reveals a sequence of engine shutdowns moments after takeoff. Cockpit recordings indicate pilot confusion regarding the fuel cutoff, and a distress call was issued just before the crash. The investigation continues to analyze wreckage and components, with no immediate recommendations for Boeing 787 operators.

12 Jul 2025 7:49 am
Air India 171 crash probe: Cockpit audio reveals pilots' confusion over mid-air fuel cutoff - 10 key points from AAIB preliminary report

A preliminary report by AAIB reveals alarming details about the Air India Flight AI171 crash in Ahmedabad, which killed 260. Just after takeoff, both engines lost fuel supply, triggering a failed relight attempt on one engine. Pilots expressed confusion over the fuel cutoff. The Dreamliner crashed nose-up near a medical hostel, with debris scattered widely.

12 Jul 2025 2:15 am
Suicide or murder? Woman professor found dead in MP home; police probe case as unnatural death

In Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, Professor Pragya Agrawal, 55, was found dead at her residence with injuries, prompting a police investigation into unnatural death. Discovered by her domestic help, Agrawal was lying in a pool of blood with cuts on her wrist and neck.

11 Jul 2025 7:24 pm
UP shocker: IIT (BHU) hosteler films inmates in bathroom; probe launched

IIT(BHU), Varanasi, and local police have initiated investigations following accusations from PC Ray boys' hostel residents. They allege a fellow student recorded them showering. The accused's electronic devices have been confiscated, and an FIR has been registered as authorities probe the matter, addressing concerns about privacy and security within the hostel.

10 Jul 2025 3:22 pm
Tamil Nadu custodial death: CBI special crime branch to probe Ajith Kumar case; HC sets August 20 deadline for report

The CBI's special crime branch from Delhi will investigate the custodial death of B Ajith Kumar, a security guard allegedly tortured by police in Tiruppuvanam. The Madras High Court has directed the CBI to submit its final report by August 20. This branch also handled the Sathankulam custodial death case.

10 Jul 2025 12:44 pm
Dow Chemical's plea nixed, gas tragedy probe stays with Bhopal court

A Bhopal court will continue the criminal case proceedings related to the 1984 gas disaster, dismissing Dow Chemical's plea to transfer the case to an Indore CBI court. The court asserted its jurisdiction, scheduling the next hearing for August 23.

10 Jul 2025 12:41 am
4 minors missing: Boys disappear from Malwani madrasa; Maharashtra police begin probe

Mumbai police are searching for four underage boys, aged between 12 and 16, who disappeared from a Malwani madrasa on Tuesday evening. A missing persons report has been filed after the boys, who had been studying at the institution for over a year, were last seen around 7:30 pm.

9 Jul 2025 2:40 pm
26/11 attack probe: Plotter Tahawwur Rana's judicial custody extended; NIA files supplementary chargesheet

A Delhi court has extended the judicial custody of Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, until August 13. Rana, extradited from the US in April, is an associate of David Headley, a main conspirator in the attacks. The attacks, executed by Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists, resulted in 166 fatalities and shook India's financial capital.

9 Jul 2025 1:15 pm
Parliament panel quizzes aviation brass: MPs seek updates on AI-171 crash probe; raise alarm over airfare surge

A Parliamentary Panel questioned aviation officials about the Air India plane crash. The meeting included airline and airport representatives. The discussion focused on fees and regulations. The Air India CEO, Campbell Wilson, attended. The crash in Ahmedabad killed around 270 people. The AAIB is investigating, retrieving data from black boxes. Experts from various organizations are assisting.

8 Jul 2025 3:33 pm
Gopal Khemka murder mastermind nabbed in Patna: Iron trader Ashok Sao gave Rs 10 lakh 'supari' to Umesh Yadav, say police; business rivalry, jail link under probe

Patna police have apprehended Ashok Sao, an iron trader, suspected of orchestrating the contract killing of businessman Gopal Khemka for Rs 10 lakh due to business rivalry. Sao allegedly sheltered the sharpshooter, Umesh Yadav, after the murder. The investigation suggests a possible connection to Ajay Verma, currently in Beur Jail, with a property dispute potentially fueling the crime.

8 Jul 2025 2:05 pm
Two minor girls escape from one-stop centre in UP's Pratapgarh; police teams deployed, probe on

In Pratapgarh district, two minor girls, both aged around 16, escaped from a one-stop centre in Bhuliapur under mysterious circumstances. Police have suspended two officers for dereliction of duty and are reviewing CCTV footage to locate the girls. A manhunt is underway, with cooperation from neighboring districts, to ensure their safe return.

7 Jul 2025 4:16 pm
Bihar bizman's killer identified; police probe jail & gangster links

Police investigating the murder of businessman Gopal Khemka in Patna have identified the shooter and are tracing his escape. Authorities are exploring connections to a Beur jail inmate and a possible link to a land dispute. The 2018 murder of Khemka's son is also under investigation, leading to jail raids, detentions, and the suspension of jail officials.

7 Jul 2025 1:35 am
Arms from Myanmar: Smuggling racket in Manipur busted; 4 held as probe intensifies

Manipur police have uncovered a transnational arms smuggling operation following the arrest of a UNLF-P leader, exposing a network that trafficked weapons from Myanmar. The investigation revealed the group's violation of a ceasefire agreement, as they failed to surrender arms and continued criminal activities.

6 Jul 2025 5:41 pm
Sandeshkhali case: CBI takes over Bengal post-poll violence probe; files FIR against former TMC leader Sheikh Shahjahan

The CBI has taken over the investigation into the 2019 post-poll killings of three BJP workers in Sandeshkhali, West Bengal, following a Calcutta High Court order. An FIR has been registered against Sheikh Shahjahan, the alleged prime accused and former TMC leader.

6 Jul 2025 11:11 am
J&K HC acquits man in wifes murder, cites flawed probe

The J&K high court overturned Maan Chand's life sentence for his wife's 2012 murder, citing critical flaws in the investigation. The bench highlighted inconsistencies in weapon evidence, questionable autopsy procedures, and timeline discrepancies. The absence of evidence supporting infidelity claims and the failure to address the couple's son's burns further weakened the prosecution's case.

6 Jul 2025 12:46 am